Croatian Association of Teachers of English

HUPE ZAGORJE Branch meeting

22 November 2025 Branch news

Dear HUPE members,

Join us as we welcome the winter holidays at our first HUPE ZAGORJE branch meeting in Zabok, on 5 December 2025 at 15:00. You can expect a warm, friendly gathering to end the year together!

💬 Programme highlights:

HUPE NEWS, Barbara Hanjilec
NEW YORK, NEW YORK, Barbara Hanjilec and Petra Blajić (dissemination of teacher training outcomes in New York)
HAVE YOURSELF A MERRY LITTLE LESSON: Festive English for Teens, Dijana Štruklec (The presentation introduces fresh, engaging ways to teach Christmas-themed lessons to today’s teenagers. It showcases creative activities, digital tools, and inclusive approaches that make festive lessons both fun and meaningful. Participants will leave with practical ideas and adaptable resources to bring more communication, culture, and Christmas spirit into their English classrooms.)
IT IS THAT TIME OF YEAR AGAIN, Kristina Mijandrušić Ladavac ( This festive workshop draws on themes of Santa Claus, gifts, the Christmas spirit, and A Christmas Carol to introduce engaging, age-appropriate classroom activities. With participants as active contributors, it showcases practical ideas adaptable for both younger and older learners.)
PUB QUIZ, Irena Bilić and Tanja Tratnjak Blažić (Pub quizzes are effective educational tools in language learning, promoting active participation, collaboration, and cultural awareness. They help reduce anxiety, enhance linguistic skills, and develop soft skills like teamwork.)